Stories from Friday, December 29, 2023

NEBRASKA CITY, Neb. — Being defensive never takes a holiday and the McCook girls’ effort was brilliant during their 46-23 victory over Nebraska City Thursday. The Bison (5-4 record) only allowed ONE basket in a 26-8 first half of this Holiday Tournament semifinal...

NEBRASKA CITY, Neb. — Junior Brooklyn Gillen's 20 points nearly matched the Nebraska City team total and senior Kori RIppen chipped in 13 to lead a 46-23 McCook victory Thursday afternoon. The Bison (5-4 record) advanced into today's Nebraska City Holiday Tournament final against Louisville (4-6). Opening tip is set for 3:30 p.m...

McCOOK, Neb. — The MCC Indians Boosters are inviting the public to several upcoming events. The McCook High School Drum-Line will perform at halftimes of the home basketball games Tuesday, Jan. 30, at 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. at the Graff Events Center. The McCook High School Dance Team will perform at the half-times of the home games, 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Jan. 16 at the Graff Events Center...

ARAPAHOE, Neb. — The Arapahoe boys and Southern Valley girls advanced into today’s Bob Braithwait Tournament finals with big wins on Thursday. Arapahoe’s boys (5-4 record) beat Wallace, 70-43, with sophomore Kade Fisher scoring 20 points and another 15 from junior Trenton Roskop...

The ancient Egyptians aligned temples and pyramids with celestial events, solstices, and equinoxes. The Mayans developed a complex calendar aligned with the movements of the sun, moon, and planets. Stonehenge is also believed to be influenced by solar alignments and other astronomical events, as were the rituals of native Native American, ancient Chinese, Greek, and Aboriginal Australian cultures...

McCOOK, Neb. — The McCook City Water Department is repairing a water main break at West Fifth between J and K streets today. Customers in that area will experience water outages while repairs are taking place. The street will also be closed to traffic while repairs are being made...

McCOOK Neb. - McCook City Council will meet for the first time of the new year on Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024, at the McCook City Offices at 5:30 p.m. The public is encouraged to attend. With the approval of the Consent Agenda, the council will Adopt Resolution No. 2024-02, approving the updated City of McCook Public Transportation Drug and Alcohol Zero Tolerance Testing Policy...

McCOOK, Neb. - Get ready for a great start to the New Year with the annual First Day Hikes happening Monday at Nebraska’s state parks. Organized by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, this cool event lets you enjoy nature, take awesome photos, and create memories that will stick with you...

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McCOOK Neb. — Local couples will be able to relive their high school days with a night of glitz, glamour, and nostalgia as the McCook Rotary Club’s New Year’s Eve Adult Prom, Sunday from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at the McCook YMCA. Tickets for this night are priced at $50 for individuals or $80 for couples. ...